Disability Reviewer II

Job description

Overview GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Program Manager or designee, the Disability Reviewer II leads and performs diverse work for multiple State disability determination agencies, Public Retirement Systems and assessments / reviews for the Office of Clinical Affairs and other UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) entities or State agencies. These assessments may include the review of medical evidence, psychiatric evidence, vocational profiles, state statues and guidelines and any other pertinent evidence to determine whether an individual meets the standards in accord with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The diversity of work carries with it significant responsibilities in that the outcome results in the awarding or denial of benefits to the applicant and/or retiree. Responsibilities: MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assume responsibility for being an emergent intervention agent when confronted with a client-in-a-crisis situation. - Contact providers, state agency offices, case managers and clients to obtain information and records needed to conduct a comprehensive review of the case and final determination. - Participate in the appea...